Methylprednisolone Acetate

SKU: orb1705123

Description

Methylprednisolone Acetate is a synthetic corticosteroid known for its ability to scavenge oxygen free radicals. This mechanism supports its research application in models of acute spinal cord injury, investigated in both in vivo and in vitro experimental settings for neuroprotective effects.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 53-36-1
• MW: 416.51
• Purity: 99.74% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₂₄H₃₂O₆
• SMILES: CC1CC2C3CCC(O)(C(=O)COC(C)=O)C3(C)CC(O)C2C2(C)C=CC(=O)C=C12
• Target: Glucocorticoid Receptor,Reactive Oxygen Species
• Solubility: DMSO:Soluble

Bioactivity

• In Vivo:
  Typical features of early avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head are induced by the combination of intramuscular injection of Methylprednisolone Acetate (30 mg/kg) and additional oral doses of 13 mg/kg for 10 consecutive days with LPS

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Depo-Medrate, Depo-Medrin, Depo-medrol, Depomedrone, Depometicort, Lemod, Methylprednisolone Acetate, ReactiveOxygenSpecies, Reactive Oxygen Species

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

584547